Physics Moving Charge and Magnetism Motion of Charged Particle In Magnetic Field MCQ (Single Correct)

An electron and a proton enter a magnetic field perpendicularly. Both have same kinetic energy. Which of the following is true

A
Trajectory of electron is less curved
B
Trajectory of proton is less curved
C
Both trajectories are equally curved
D
Both move on straight-line path

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The correct answer is:
B

Charged particle enters in magnetic field perpendicularly it moves in circular path. The required centripetal force is provided by magnetic force.

Kinetic energy of the particle

So,

Trajectory of electron is more curved and trajectory of proton is less curved.

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